Millwright

Overview:

To provide and maintain a working environment that is safe and risk-free by safely performing plant and machinery maintenance (electrical, mechanical, facilities & PLC program) as per PEPSICO and OHS Act requirements, maintenance strategies include Planned, Corrective and Proactive Maintenance.

Perform routine inspections, lubrication, and adjustments to prevent breakdowns and ensure smooth operation

weld, fabricate, or modify parts for machinery. Adhere to safety regulations and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.

Responsibilities:

1. Equipment Installation & Maintenance

• Install, dismantle, assemble, align, and commission mechanical and electrical equipment according to OEM and site requirements.
• Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical equipment, motors, conveyors, blowers, compressors, pumps, and gearboxes.
• Perform mechanical & electrical fault-finding on motors, sensors, control circuits, starters, and related equipment.
• Ensure equipment operates safely and reliably.

2. Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Complete planned, preventive, and corrective mechanical and electrical maintenance to minimize breakdowns and downtime.
• Conduct fault-finding on mechanical, electrical, and control systems and carry out repairs within competency.
• Maintain a monthly PM completion rate above 95% and close SAP PM job cards on time.

3. Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Comply with all site safety, QFS, EHS, LOTO, and permit requirements.
• Complete required training and toolbox talks.
• Report hazards and near misses, participate in Gemba walks, and maintain good housekeeping.

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately record maintenance activities, inspections, electrical/mechanical repairs, and equipment history in SAP/CMMS.
• Close out assigned MESS, FCAP, audit, and inspection findings within required timeframes.
• Maintain accurate records of critical spares and maintenance materials.

5. Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve mechanical and electrical equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency.
• Support root-cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with improvements to motors, sensors, control systems, and machine automation where required.

6. Cost & Resource Management

• Use maintenance resources, spares, tools, and materials responsibly and cost-effectively.
• Support AOP targets and initiatives to reduce repeat failures and unnecessary costs.

7. Teamwork & Communication

• Coordinate maintenance activities with Production, Electricians, and other maintenance disciplines.
• Communicate equipment status, priorities, and outstanding work effectively.
• Provide technical support during breakdowns, start-ups, and planned shutdowns.

Qualifications:

• Matric/N3 Mechanical/Electrical Trade Theory/ Millwright Trade Test Certificate (Red Seal) required.
• Welding knowledge and experience; basic to intermediate metal fabrication skills.
• Minimum 5 years’ mechanical maintenance experience; FMCG/FMEA experience advantageous.
• Strong mechanical and electrical background with basic PLC automation experience.
• Leadership experience and ability to mentor or supervise team members.
• Experience with SAP, Food Safe Welding, and milling equipment is an advantage.
• Install, repair, and maintain mechanical systems, pumps, conveyors, and rotating equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including fault-finding and component replacement.
• Align shafts, pulleys, sprockets and couplings for efficient machine operation.
• Read and interpret mechanical & Electrical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Conduct routine inspections, lubrication, and vibration analysis to prevent breakdowns.
• Diagnose equipment failures and recommend corrective actions; strong troubleshooting and MTTR focus.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety standards and environmental compliance.
• Apply Hot Work, Confined Space, and Work-at-Height permit procedures; perform LOTO safely.
• Identify hazards and implement control measures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Prioritize maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively in reporting faults, handovers, and documentation.
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and perform basic rigging safely.
• Perform EHS and Quality compliance tasks as required.
• Be eligible to perform compliance tasks as per EHS and QFS requirements.
• Be prepared to work shifts/standby/callouts and/or overtime to meet production demands.
• Driver’s licence and own transport required.